Head to head
Bihar Board vs Maharashtra Board
A side-by-side look, pulled from each board's own curriculum.
| Bihar Board | Maharashtra Board | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Bihar, India | Maharashtra, India |
| Curriculum focus | The Bihar School Examination Board curriculum for Classes 6-12, closely aligned with NCERT textbooks and taught in Hindi and English medium. | The Maharashtra State Board curriculum for Classes 6-12, balancing theory and activity-based learning in Marathi, English and other media. |
| Exam pattern | Matric (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) board exams with objective and subjective sections. | SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12) exams with objective, short and long answer questions. |
| Classes covered | 7 classes | 7 classes |
FAQ
Common questions
Is Bihar Board harder than Maharashtra Board?
They differ in style rather than raw difficulty. Compare the curriculum focus and exam pattern above, then browse each board's chapters to see which suits you.
Can I switch between Bihar Board and Maharashtra Board?
Switching is usually possible around Class 9 or 11, but the syllabus and assessment differ — plan the move around your exam years.
Which has better exam resources here?
Both boards have chapter notes, worksheets and quizzes on EssayQX. Open either board to start practising.
See the full board comparison or all head-to-heads.